Health & Prevention

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The Check-In Rule Helps Teens Avoid Risk

Sep 04, 2022

Learn how to use the check-in rule to help teens avoid pressure to try alcohol and drugs.

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Don’t Try To Prevent Anxiety. It’s Good for Teens!

Aug 01, 2022

Learn how anxious thinking can boost your teen’s grades and overall well-being.

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The First Step to Manage Stress

Jul 06, 2022

Parents must support teens to determine what’s causing their stress.

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Parenting as a Member of the Sandwich Generation

Jun 23, 2022

Learn about the complex and multifaceted experiences of being a member of the “sandwich generation.”

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What to Communicate to Your Children After a School Shooting

May 26, 2022

Things that parents can communicate immediately to help ensure loved ones feel cared for and safe.

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Support Teens to Release Emotions

May 04, 2022

To effectively deal with stress, teens must learn how to properly manage their emotions.

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COVID-19 Vaccines Position Tweens & Teens for Physical and Emotional Well-being

Apr 21, 2022

Make informed decisions and guide conversations with your teen about COVID-19 vaccines with information from CHOP's Vaccine Education Center.

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